From Prep to Proof: The vCISO–Auditor Dynamic Explained
Companies moving toward SOC 2, ISO 27001, HIPAA, CMMC or other compliance frameworks often run into the same questions: When should we bring in a vCISO? How does the vCISO and auditor collaboration work?
This session brings together Chris Lieu (Director of Revenue Development, Prescient Security) and Chris Arrendale (CEO, Cyberdata Pros) to break down how vCISOs and auditors fit into a startup’s compliance journey and how working with both can save time, reduce stress, and keep teams focused on building their business.
What you’ll learn:
The most common compliance challenges companies face (and why early missteps can be costly)
What a vCISO actually does in the first 6–12 months, and how they align security with business goals
How auditors adapt their approach for fast-moving startups without compromising rigor
What makes vCISO + auditor collaborations work and how startups benefit from that dynamic